Tech Soup

AUGUST 25, 2015

The Saskatoon Public Library opened its doors to these evacuees, and staff members stepped up their efforts to help the evacuees communicate with their family and friends. "This is what a public library is all about," said Carol Cooler, the director of libraries and CEO at the Saskatoon Public Library in a press statement.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 19, 2011

Millions of editors on Wikipedia and it’s rise in public use was climbing. Another direct content example is that of the number of websites that emerged post-Hurricane Katrina. Problems were that many survivors had no internet access, let alone electrical power, let alone computers or even computer literacy. Direct Content.

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Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 14, 2008

Yohannes Gebregeorgis "Moved by the lack of children's books and literacy in his native Ethiopia, Yohannes Gebregeorgis established Ethiopia Reads , bringing free public libraries and literacy programs to thousands of Ethiopian children." Liz McCartney "Dedicated to helping Hurricane Katrina survivors in St.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 12, 2022

When it comes to solving for the dramatic impacts it has on our world, the connection between corporations, community and technology is critical. The private and public sectors can offer resources and build technology, but to scale in a meaningful way, these solutions need to take into account the nuances of local community needs.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

He spoke about FCC's expansive efforts to increase "digital literacy" for both individuals and small businesses. He reported on current broadband adoption and made a case for the need to develop private-public partnerships to close the "digital divide." How to provide computers and access is a critical question. .

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